What is Carlyle's central idea of Hero-Worship?
The essence of Hero-Worship lies in recognizing the divine spark within exceptional individuals, the true leaders who, through their insight and strength, shape the course of history. These are not mere rulers but men of genius, prophets, poets, and kings, who embody the highest truths and provide the vital moral compass for their age. To worship the Hero is to acknowledge and strive for the divine order they reveal, to turn away from the sham and towards the authentic.
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